As glaciers melt, ambitions reveal... the Arctic has become the frontline of great power competition
The Arctic is emerging as a new frontier in great power competition between the US, China, and Russia as resources become more accessible due to melting glaciers.
China is waking up and threatening Iran. Moscow calls on the EU to purchase Russian LNG
The article discusses China's response to tensions in the Persian Gulf, its influence over Iran, and the situation regarding gas resources in Europe.
Raw Materials: Kazakhstan's Resources as an Alternative to China
Germany seeks to reduce its dependence on China for raw materials, looking towards Kazakhstan as a potential alternative supplier, despite hesitations from German investors.
China Resources subsidiary acquires Hong Kong hotel for student housing project
A subsidiary of China Resources has purchased a Hong Kong hotel to convert it into student housing as demand for non-local student accommodation surges.
China poised to earn vast profits from global energy transition: analysts
Analysts predict that Chinese firms are set to gain significant profits from the global shift towards clean energy infrastructure investment.
US-Indonesia deal threatens China’s ‘entrenched position’ in nickel market: analysts
Analysts suggest that a new US-Indonesia deal undermines China's dominant position in the global nickel market by granting the US unrestricted access to Indonesia's nickel resources.
Trip to Guinea-Conakry, the battleground of China and the US for bauxite, key to electric car manufacturing
The article explores Guinea-Conakry's strategic importance as a key bauxite supplier amidst competition between China and the US for resources vital to the electric vehicle industry.
With the rare earth agreement, Brazil and India aim to reduce dependence on the Chinese supply chain
Brazil and India are seeking a cooperation agreement to enhance rare earth mining and processing, aiming to diminish dependency on Chinese resources.
Chinese Hands on Global Resources: Here is Xi's Strategy
China's recent strategy under Xi Jinping has involved a significant expansion into global natural resource markets through the Belt and Road Initiative.
War in Ukraine. 'The biggest crisis since World War II': a message about the Russian Navy from an analyst
An analyst discusses how China's resources have become vital for Russia's military efforts against Ukraine amid increasing pressure from the U.S. on Russia's allies.
Financial Times: Chinese nuclear icebreaker raises concerns in America
A report from Financial Times reveals that China is intensifying its strategic activities in the Arctic, aimed at new shipping routes and natural resources with its 'Polar Silk Road' vision, highlighted by the unveiling of a new nuclear icebreaker.
China's Dash and 'Cuckoo Ma' [Special Report Column]
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang demonstrate the country’s focus on high-tech independence and key mineral resources ahead of the Lunar New Year.
US Resource Summit: The Goal is an Alliance Against China
The US is seeking new alliance partners to secure resources, focusing on diversifying supply chains for critical materials dominated by China, as emphasized by Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Struggle for Raw Materials: How the USA Secures Resources in Latin America
The USA, through its newly announced raw materials initiative FORGE, aims to create a bloc against China, focusing on securing resources from Latin American countries.
Asian country found rare earths in deep water sediments
A Japanese test mission has recovered sediments containing rare earth minerals from approximately 6,000 meters underwater, highlighting efforts to lessen dependence on China for these valuable resources.
To Counter China.. The US Proposes Creating a Rare Minerals Trade Alliance
Vice President JD Vance revealed a US plan to rally allied countries to create a trade bloc for rare minerals to counter China's global dominance in these resources.
Tibet’s exploitable green power could meet China’s energy needs: official survey
A survey indicates that Tibet has the potential to provide China with significant renewable energy, particularly through hydropower and wind power resources.
China’s real constraint is where to direct limited fiscal resources
The article discusses the need for careful allocation of China's limited fiscal resources amidst competing demands such as population aging, security needs, and industrial upgrades.
The Ming dynasty ‘Guide to the Galaxy’: China names 2100 space plan after 1637 book
China has announced its 2100 space plan, inspired by the Ming dynasty's scientific philosophy as detailed in a 1637 book.
European regulations play into the hands of China's rare earth metals business
European regulations are jeopardizing strategic independence from China in the rare earth metals sector, as highlighted by engineer Jane Paju, who notes the fragmented regulations and incomplete supply chains force local resources to be processed in Asia.
Japan taps rare earth-rich mud from deep-sea floor to cut reliance on China
Japan has successfully retrieved rare earth-rich sediment from 6,000 meters below the sea floor in an effort to reduce its dependence on China for these critical minerals.
India eyes rare earth mining pacts in Russia and Africa
India is seeking rare earth mining agreements with Russia and various countries in Africa and South America in response to China's export restrictions on these critical resources.
In Trump's crosshairs.. The untapped treasures of Greenland that Europe did not exploit
President Trump has recently intensified threats regarding the control of Greenland, claiming that if the U.S. does not secure it, Russia and China will.
Less Dependent on China: Japan Aims to Extract Rare Earths from Its Deep Sea
Japan is accelerating the extraction of its own rare earth resources from the deep sea to reduce dependency on China amid new export restrictions.
Resource Diplomacy: The Minister, Rare Earths, and a Dilemma
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent invited finance ministers from ten countries to Washington to discuss how to achieve independence from China concerning rare earth elements and other critical resources, with Germany's Minister Lars Klingbeil attending despite his ministry not directly dealing with these issues.
Greenland must join the EU. Otherwise, it will fall into the hands of the USA, or perhaps Russia or China
The article discusses the political significance of Greenland's status, the importance of the Northern Passage and its resources to global powers, and the positions of the USA and European countries regarding Greenland amid speculations following US actions in Venezuela.
China applies to put 200,000 satellites in space after calling Starlink a crash risk
China plans to launch over 200,000 internet satellites, citing concerns about SpaceX's Starlink as a risk to shared orbital resources.
Can Peru keep both China and US onside in an increasingly volatile environment?
Amid increasing geopolitical tensions, Peru's rich mineral resources position it as a focal point for the rivalry between the US and China, distinct from the situation in Venezuela.
China: time for Taiwan, but without commandos, as the USA does
The article discusses China's long-term strategy of global dependency through infrastructure and resources while examining its military exercises around Taiwan amidst geopolitical shifts.
The Influence War between Trump and China in Latin America and the Major Stakes of Oil
The article discusses the competitive influence of Trump and China in Latin America, focusing on trade, loans, and strategic infrastructure, particularly highlighting Trump's maneuvers in Venezuela and their implications for oil resources.
Geostrategic Battlefield at the North Pole: The Battle for Rare Metals and New Shipping Routes
The U.S. can deter China's expansion in the Arctic and its resources by adopting a proactive Arctic strategy, according to a 2023 report by the Arctic Institute.
China blasts US for ‘blatant interference’ after Donald Trump claims Venezuela’s oil
China criticizes the US for what it calls ‘blatant interference’ in Venezuela, asserting that Caracas has full sovereignty over its natural resources amidst Trump’s remarks regarding seized oil.
Trump Wants to Buy It, and China Dreams of Its Resources: We Uncover the Incredible Secrets of Greenland - the Largest Island in the World
The article explores Greenland's hidden stories and resources amidst international interests from leaders like Trump and China.
China: "Act of Bullying". Trump in Caracas: "Cut ties with China, Russia, Iran, and Cuba"
Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning asserts Venezuela's sovereignty over its natural resources, responding to Trump's call to sever ties with China, Russia, Iran, and Cuba during his visit to Caracas.
As China continues chase for corrupt ‘tigers’, State Council veteran is put under probe
Tian Xuebin, a former vice-minister of water resources in China, has been placed under investigation by the Communist Party's anti-graft agency, marking a significant development in the country's anti-corruption campaign.
China's shadow over the Arctic frightens the West (and can intimidate Moscow)
The article discusses China's growing influence in the Arctic, describing its 2018 declaration as a 'quasi-Arctic power' and its focus on trade routes, resources, and scientific presence amid melting ice.
From Trump's Rhetoric to the African Copper Belt Buckles over which the US and China Battle with Wallets
The article explores Trump's populist strategies that juxtapose labor interests with corporate demands, particularly in the context of AI regulation and the geopolitical tussle for resources in Africa.